Ion SUP/Wingfoil Core Boardbag

The Ion SUP/Wingfoil Core Boardbag is a padded day-use board bag built for transporting compact wing foil boards and short SUP shapes. Produced by ION, a German watersports accessories brand under the Boards & More umbrella, the Core Stubby line sits within ION's broader range of board protection gear. The bag is shaped specifically for wider, shorter outlines typical of modern wing and SUP foil boards, distinguishing it from ION's slimmer bags designed for narrower foil-specific shapes.

The outer shell uses 100% recycled PET fabric, reflecting ION's push toward more sustainable materials across its product line. Inside, 5 mm closed-cell foam padding lines the bag, while a silver PE layer on the bottom exterior helps reflect heat during car transport or beach storage. Reinforced webbing runs along the edges for added durability at stress points, and a robust PVC zipper closes the main compartment. The bag does not include a shoulder strap; ION sells its Core shoulder strap separately as an accessory.

• Padding: 5 mm foam with silver PE heat-reflective bottom
• Outer material: 100% recycled PET
• Material composition: 30% Polyester, 60% HPPE, 10% Polypropylene
• Zipper: PVC
• 5'2" x 25" size: fits boards up to 158 × 63.5 cm; bag weight 1.8 kg
• 5'4" x 26" size: fits boards up to 163 × 66 cm; bag weight 1.9 kg
• Shoulder strap: sold separately (Core strap compatible)
• SKU: 48210-7034

This bag suits any wing foiler or SUP rider who needs reliable board protection for daily transport rather than heavy travel. The stubby cut accommodates the wide, short outlines common among dedicated wing foil boards in the 4'8" to 5'4" range, so riders carrying boards like a compact prone or wing board to and from the water will find the proportions appropriate. It is not a travel bag with wheelsets or multi-board capacity — it is a single-board day bag meant for car-to-beach use.

Because the padding is 5 mm rather than the 8–10 mm typical of airline travel bags, the Core Boardbag keeps weight low and packs down easily. Riders who fly with their gear regularly may want a heavier-duty option, but for local sessions and short road trips, the protection level is well matched to the task.

Within ION's board bag range, the SUP/Wingfoil Core Boardbag occupies the entry-level tier for short, wide boards. Riders needing coverage for longer or narrower foil boards can step up to the Wing Boardbag Core Slim, which is cut for mid-length wing boards and includes a mast slot so riders can leave the mast attached. For dedicated downwind foil boards, ION offers the Foil Boardbag Core Downwinder with a purpose-built foil slot. At the top of the range, the Gearbag Wing Core is a wheeled travel bag sized to carry a full wing foil setup including wings and boards.

The Core Stubby line itself spans seven sizes from 4'8" up to 8'10", so riders with larger SUP or wind-wing boards can find a fit within the same product family. Competing day bags at a similar price point include offerings from Duotone and Mystic, though ION's use of recycled PET throughout the shell is a distinguishing detail for buyers weighing sustainability.